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2014 Nissan Versa: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for 2014 is the arrival of the all-new Versa Note hatchback as a five-door companion to the Versa sedan. The sedan carries over on its existing platform but receives steering, suspension, and equipment updates.
About the 2014 Nissan Versa
Sedan: 2nd-generation US Versa sedan (N17), third model year before the 2015 refresh. Hatchback: all-new US Versa Note (E12/2nd-gen Note), first model year in the US.
Nissan positioned the 2014 Versa family as basic transportation done intelligently: a very small car priced for budget-minded shoppers, but with an unusually roomy cabin, strong fuel economy, and more usable space than many rivals. The sedan leaned into low-cost, straightforward commuting, while the new Versa Note added hatchback flexibility and a more upbeat design. Across both body styles, the core appeal was simple: easy ownership, good mileage, and more interior usefulness than the price suggests.
The 2014 range covers both basic transportation and a more flexible hatchback. The Note S has a 5-speed manual and a split-folding rear seat, while the Note S Plus uses a CVT and an active grille shutter to help it reach up to 40 mpg on the highway. Higher-content versions add features such as Bluetooth and power accessories in the Note SV, while the sedan SL has alloy wheels, keyless start, a 4.3-inch audio display, satellite radio, and a USB port.
What changed, by category
Structural
The all-new Versa Note joined the range as a roomier, more modern five-door hatchback. The Versa sedan remained on its existing platform but received revised steering and suspension tuning.
Styling
The new Versa Note introduced a fresh hatchback shape. The sedan S gained chrome and silver trim details, while the SL added standard 16-inch alloy wheels and a more upscale headliner.
Tech
The new Note brought navigation and an around-view camera system to equipped examples. On the sedan, the SL gained a 4.3-inch audio display, while satellite radio and a USB port became standard.
2014 Nissan Versa specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Manual, 5-Spd | Automatic, CVT w/Xtronic | Automatic, CVT w/Xtronic | Manual, 5-Spd | Automatic, CVT w/Xtronic | Automatic, CVT w/Xtronic | Automatic, CVT w/Xtronic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 26 mpg | 31 mpg | 31 mpg | 27 mpg | 31 mpg | 31 mpg | 31 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 35 mpg | 40 mpg | 40 mpg | 36 mpg | 40 mpg | 40 mpg | 40 mpg |
| Horsepower | 109 hp | 109 hp | 109 hp | 109 hp | 109 hp | 109 hp | 109 hp |
| Torque | 107 lb-ft | 107 lb-ft | 107 lb-ft | 107 lb-ft | 107 lb-ft | 107 lb-ft | 107 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 14.9 cu-ft | 14.9 cu-ft | 14.9 cu-ft | 38.3 cu-ft | 14.9 cu-ft | 38.3 cu-ft | 38.3 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 37 in | 37 in | 37 in | 38.3 in | 37 in | 38.3 in | 38.3 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
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| Remote Control Liftgate/Trunk Release | |||||||
| Bluetooth | |||||||
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| USB Ports | |||||||
| Folding Rear Seat | |||||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||||||
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| Power Windows | |||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||||
| Remote Keyless Entry | |||||||
| Tilt Wheel | |||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2014 Nissan Versa?
The biggest change is the addition of the all-new Versa Note hatchback. It gives the 2014 Versa range a modern five-door model with flexible cargo space and fuel economy of up to 40 mpg on the highway with the CVT.
Was the 2014 Nissan Versa redesigned?
The Versa Note hatchback was all-new for 2014, but the Versa sedan was not redesigned. The sedan stayed on its existing platform and received steering, suspension, trim, and equipment updates instead.
Which 2014 Nissan Versa trims were new?
The Note S, Note S Plus, and Note SV were new additions for 2014. All three belong to the all-new Versa Note hatchback range rather than the carryover sedan body.
What changed on the 2014 Nissan Versa sedan?
The 2014 Versa sedan received revised steering and suspension tuning across the lineup. The S added several trim details and a tachometer, the SV gained a remote trunk release and split-folding rear seat, and the SL added alloy wheels, a 4.3-inch audio display, satellite radio, and a USB port as standard equipment.
Does the 2014 Nissan Versa Note have navigation or an around-view camera?
Equipped 2014 Versa Note models feature navigation and an around-view camera system. The camera system combines exterior views to make close-range parking easier.
2014 Nissan Versa Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2014 Nissan Versa.
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2014 Nissan Versa
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“I love my vehicle, it's great on gas and easy to operate. I would recommend it to all.”
“It's a reliable car that will get the job done for a reasonable price. Nothing fancy, but definitely has great mpg for commuting daily. Great drive and brand for a reliable vehicle.”